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Band 7+: Do you prefer to buy things online or in person?

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I definitely prefer buying things in person because I don't fully trust online shopping, especially product photos. Recently, I ordered a pair of boots online, but they arrived in the wrong size, and I couldn't get a refund. Since then, I've had a negative experience with online shopping, so I usually prefer going to a physical store where I can check the product properly before buying it.

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I definitely prefer buying things in person because I don’t fully trust online shopping, especially product photos. Recently I ordered a pair of boots online but they arrived in the wrong size and I couldn’t get a refund. Since then I’ve had a negative experience with online shopping so I usually prefer going to physical source where I can check the product properly before buying it.

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Vocabulary Complexity:
C1 - Intricate
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Vocabulary Repetition:

online: 3

prefer: 2

buying: 2

shopping: 2

product: 2

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Pronunciation

Your pronunciation is very good. Aim to refine subtleties and intonation to further improve.

Task Response

The answer is relevant and provides a clear preference with a specific example. To improve, consider expanding on the reasons for preferring in-person shopping beyond just the negative online experience. You could discuss the benefits of immediate gratification, the social aspect of shopping, or the ability to interact with sales staff.

Fluency & Coherence

The answer is generally fluent and coherent. The ideas are logically connected, and the response is easy to follow. However, there could be more sophisticated cohesive devices to further enhance the flow. Consider using a wider range of linking words and phrases to connect your ideas more smoothly.

Lexical Resource

The vocabulary is adequate and appropriate for the topic. The candidate uses words like 'trust,' 'refund,' and 'negative experience' effectively. To improve, try incorporating more specific and nuanced vocabulary related to shopping experiences. For example, instead of 'check the product properly,' you could say 'examine the product's quality and features firsthand.'

Grammatical Range & Accuracy

The grammar is mostly accurate with only minor errors. The sentence structures are varied and generally well-formed. Pay attention to small details like articles ('a physical store' instead of 'physical source') and ensure correct tense usage. Overall, the grammatical control is strong.

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